Mauricio's #1 Mexican food — Restaurant in San Diego

I just moved from the Central Coast to SD and I was really excited to try this place given it's close proximity to my new place and the excellent reviews. As soon as we walked in I had really good feelings about the place, the majority of the customers were Hispanic and there was a line almost out the door. But sadly, I was pretty underwhelmed with everything my girlfriend and I ordered. The salsa was honestly the best part and the only thing we ate that had any spice. Everything else was just too bland in my opinion. I ordered three Pollo Asado tacos, an Horchata, and my girlfriend got the cheese enchilada combo with rice and beans. I absolutely love spicy food whereas my girlfriend can only handle very mild spice and even she couldn't detect any spice in either of our dishes. The chicken was very well prepared and looked well cooked, but just didn't have any flavor. I might be a little harsh, but I feel like we have some amazing Mexican restaurants in SLO and I just assumed being closer to the boarder that the food was going to be super legit. Also, the horchata tasted like a powder mix and not home made. =( I'm sure I'll try and eat here again, but so far my impression is a...

Wow! If I lived around here this would be a regular spot for me. My family and I just crossed back into the states from Mexico after spending a couple weeks there. We’re vegetarian so we had to get veggie options while in Mexico of course. And sadly none of them “hit the spot” if you get what I mean. So after 4 and a half hours at the border crossing we decided to stop here to try the veggie burrito. And my goodness! I’m so glad we made that choice! The burrito is huge! And stuffed with rice, beans, guacamole, cheese, and pico de Gallo. Man oh man did it hit the spot. We ordered fries as well and they were just right! A nice crisp on the outside and the portion is enough for 2-3 people (if you’re having a burrito as well). Not to mention the sweet lady at the cash register was so nice to us and accommodating. Bathrooms were clean too, they’ll provide you with a key if you ask. Wish I had a picture to show y’all, but I scarfed that food down so fast lol A solid 5 stars...

While ordering an order of 12 roll tacos tonight for dinner, I asked if 3 could be beef and rest potatoe tacos🌮, reason being is that our youngest is autistic and very picky if he doesn't like it he won't eat, he will go hungry if not made like he likes it (will only eat beef ones). We have been coming to this taco shop for over 10 years and they know us & my son. I was even willing to pay extra 💲 if need be so that my son could be accommodated. The owner refused which was really disappointing. 😟 They already have the tacos pre-rolled all they have to do is fry them, I wasn't asking for anything extravagant. I'm so disappointed they couldn't accommodate my SPECIAL...